Study of the Diffusible Hydrogen Content Affected from the Welding Electrode Humidity

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The influences of moisture corruption and drying considerations on diffusible hydrogen were examined in this study. Two trials were carried out on an arc welding procedure, with the first being an assessment of the results of moisture contamination and the second being a test of the impact of welding constraints on diffusible hydrogen content. For example, the dispersible hydrogen found in welds was likened to the hydrogen levels of different unused electrodes. To calculate the proper drying constraints (Time and Temperature) for an applicable moisture contamination level in the weld electrode, an empirical equation was devised. For electrodes with a small diameter and welding parameter limits typically used for out-of-position welding, the equation is appropriate.

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